Evidence Checklist

CHECKLIST OF EVIDENCE REQUIRED FOR LEGAL HELP ASSESSMENT

You must bring the following evidence with you to your first appointment. Unfortunately, if you do not bring the necessary documents (and ID) we will be unable to see you or assess your eligibility for Legal Aid / Legal Help.

Identity documents:2 forms of ID are needed:

One must be photographic (e.g. driver’s licence or passport)

The second must show your up to date address (e.g. utility bill or bank statement).

Passported benefits:If you are in receipt of any of the following benefits, you must provide evidence:

The evidence that is required if you receive any of these benefits is as follows (again, we are unable to proceed with your appointment if you do not bring the correct document).

The original Benefit Notification or Award Letter AND

Your bank/building society statement (dated within the last month) showing payment of the named benefit (an internet print-out is NOT sufficient).

If you cannot provide both of the above items, a letter from Job Centre / DWP confirming you are in receipt of the named benefit and dated within last month is acceptable.

Your signing on card or Job Seekers agreement is NOT acceptable evidence.

Detailed assessment:If you are NOT in receipt of one of the specific benefits listed above, further evidence is required for a full assessment. If you are living with a partner (not including the opponent in the matter on which you wish to instruct us), then evidence is also required from your partner relating to ALL the items listed below. They should also attend at the first appointment.

Evidence of any other benefits you receive (e.g. contribution-based JSA or ESA)?– The original Benefit Notification / Award Letter AND– Your bank/building society statement (dated within last month) showing payment of the named benefit.– If you cannot provide both of the above items, a letter from Job Centre / DWP confirming you are in receipt of the named benefit and dated within last month is acceptable.

Evidence of any pension payments received – must be dated within last month.

Evidence of maintenance payments received – must be dated within last month.

Evidence of any other income / dividends you receive – must be dated within last month.